Behaviors of Concern

Violent behavior is often preceded by signs that indicate a person is not coping well. The following behaviors of concern could indicate the potential for an individual to engage in violent behavior or self-harm. They may be behaviors that you observe or that are reported to you by coworkers, students, faculty or TAs, etc.

Reacting angrily or emotionally in a way that seems disproportionate to the situation.

Making direct or veiled threats about harming or killing one's self or others.

Making unusual references to or being preoccupied with violent incidents that have made the news.